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In this Spanish name, the first or paternal family name is Álvarez and the second or maternal family name is Barragán.
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Canelo Álvarez
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Álvarez in 2017
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Real name Santos Saúl Álvarez Barragán
Nickname(s) Canelo ("Cinnamon")
Rated at
  • Welterweight
  • Light middleweight
  • Middleweight
  • Super middleweight
  • Light heavyweight
Height 5 ft 7+1/2 in
Reach 70+1/2 in
Born (1990-07-18) 18 July 1990 (age 35)
Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
Stance Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights 68
Wins 63
Wins by KO 39
Losses 3
Draws 2

Santos Saúl Álvarez Barragán (born July 18, 1990), known as Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez, is a famous Mexican professional boxer. He has won many world championships in four different weight classes, from light middleweight to light heavyweight. This means he has been a champion in many different boxing divisions!

In 2021, Canelo made history by becoming the first boxer to hold all four major world titles at the same time in the super middleweight division. He achieved this amazing feat again in May 2025. He started boxing professionally at just 15 years old. By the time he was 20, he became the youngest boxer to win a major world title, the World Boxing Council (WBC) light middleweight title, in 2011.

Canelo is known for his smart boxing style, especially his ability to hit opponents when they least expect it (called a counterpuncher). He is also very good at hitting the body. Many experts consider him one of the best boxers in the world. He is also one of the highest-paid athletes, showing how popular and successful he is.

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Canelo's Early Life and Family

Canelo Álvarez was born near Guadalajara, Mexico. When he was five, his family moved to Juanacatlán, Jalisco. He grew up on a farm and learned to ride horses, which he still loves to do. Canelo is the youngest of eight children, and all seven of his older brothers also became professional boxers! Some of his brothers are Ramón Álvarez and Ricardo Álvarez.

His nickname, "Canelo," means "cinnamon" in Spanish. It's a common nickname for people with red hair, like him. His neighbors also used to call him "Jícama con Chile," which is a popular Mexican snack.

Canelo's Start in Boxing

Canelo started boxing when he was about 13 years old. He was inspired after watching his older brother, Rigoberto, have his first professional fight. In 2004, Canelo won a silver medal at the Junior Mexican National Championships. The next year, at age 15, he became the Junior Mexican National Boxing Champion. He had a great amateur record, winning 44 fights and only losing 2, with 12 knockouts!

Canelo's Professional Boxing Journey

Starting Young: Early Career Wins

Canelo became a professional boxer at just 15 years old! His coaches, Chepo and Eddy Reynoso, couldn't find enough young opponents for him, so he started fighting adults. In his first 19 months, he won 11 of his 13 fights by knockout, even though his opponents were much older.

One special moment was on June 28, 2008, when Canelo and all six of his brothers fought on the same night. It was a unique event in boxing history! Canelo kept winning, and by 2010, he was already defending regional titles.

Becoming a Light Middleweight Champion

Canelo quickly moved up in weight classes. In 2010, he won his first major title, the WBC Silver light middleweight title. He defended this title successfully against tough opponents like Carlos Baldomir and Lovemore N'dou.

Winning His First World Title

On March 5, 2011, Canelo won his first official world championship: the vacant WBC light middleweight title. He beat Matthew Hatton by a unanimous decision. This was a big step in his career, showing he was ready for the world stage. He continued to defend this title against boxers like Ryan Rhodes, Alfonso Gómez, and Kermit Cintrón.

Facing Top Challengers

Canelo defended his WBC title against boxing legend Shane Mosley in May 2012, winning by unanimous decision. He then defeated Josesito López by knockout in September 2012.

In April 2013, Canelo fought Austin Trout and won, adding the WBA and Ring light middleweight titles to his collection. This made him a unified champion, holding multiple belts at once.

First Professional Loss to Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Later in 2013, Canelo faced one of the greatest boxers of all time, Floyd Mayweather Jr.. It was a huge fight, but Canelo suffered his first professional loss by a majority decision. Even though he lost, it was a valuable learning experience for the young champion.

Moving Up in Weight: Catchweight Fights

After his fight with Mayweather, Canelo started fighting at a "catchweight" of 155 pounds, which is between light middleweight and middleweight. He had impressive wins against Alfredo Angulo in 2014 and Erislandy Lara in a very close fight. In May 2015, he knocked out James Kirkland in a spectacular fashion.

Becoming a Middleweight Champion

On November 21, 2015, Canelo fought Miguel Cotto for the WBC and Ring middleweight titles. He won by unanimous decision, becoming a world champion in a second weight class.

He defended his middleweight titles against Amir Khan in May 2016, winning by a powerful knockout. After this fight, he decided to give up his WBC title, which was then awarded to Gennady Golovkin.

Returning to Light Middleweight

Winning Another Title

In September 2016, Canelo went back to the light middleweight division to challenge Liam Smith for the WBO title. He won by knockout in the ninth round, adding another world title to his collection.

More Catchweight Fights

Dominating Julio César Chávez Jr.

In May 2017, Canelo fought fellow Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. at a catchweight of 164.5 pounds. Canelo put on a dominant performance, winning every round and securing a unanimous decision victory.

Middleweight Reign and Rivalry with Golovkin

First Fight Against Gennady Golovkin

Right after his win against Chávez Jr., Canelo announced he would fight Gennady Golovkin (often called "GGG") in September 2017. This was a highly anticipated fight between two of the best middleweights in the world. The fight was incredibly close and ended in a split draw, meaning the judges couldn't agree on a winner. Many fans felt it was a classic boxing match.

The Rematch: Canelo vs. Golovkin II

A rematch between Canelo and Golovkin was planned for May 2018. However, Canelo faced a temporary suspension due to a positive test for a banned substance, which he stated came from contaminated meat. The fight was postponed.

The rematch finally happened on September 15, 2018. This time, Canelo won by a majority decision after another thrilling twelve rounds. He became the WBA (Super), WBC, and vacant Ring middleweight champion.

Conquering Super Middleweight

Becoming a Super Middleweight Champion

In December 2018, Canelo moved up to the super middleweight division for the first time. He fought Rocky Fielding for the WBA (Regular) super middleweight title at Madison Square Garden. Canelo dominated the fight, winning by technical knockout in the third round and becoming a three-division world champion.

Returning to Middleweight for Unification

Unifying Titles Against Daniel Jacobs

In May 2019, Canelo returned to middleweight to face Daniel Jacobs in a fight to unify their titles. Canelo won by unanimous decision, adding Jacobs' IBF middleweight title to his WBA (Super), WBC, and Ring belts.

Light Heavyweight Challenge

Winning a Title in a Fourth Division

Later in 2019, Canelo made a big jump, moving up two weight classes to light heavyweight to challenge Sergey Kovalev for his WBO title. Canelo won by knockout in the eleventh round, making history as a four-division world champion. For his amazing achievements in 2019, Canelo was named "Fighter of the Year" by several major boxing organizations.

Becoming Undisputed Super Middleweight Champion

Dominating the Super Middleweight Division

After leaving his previous promoter, Canelo focused on becoming the undisputed champion at super middleweight. He achieved this by defeating three undefeated fighters in a row:

  • In December 2020, he beat Callum Smith to win the WBA (Super), Ring, and vacant WBC super middleweight titles.
  • In February 2021, he defended his titles against Avni Yıldırım.
  • In May 2021, he defeated Billy Joe Saunders to add the WBO super middleweight title. This fight set a record for the largest indoor boxing attendance in US history!
  • Finally, in November 2021, Canelo faced Caleb Plant for the IBF title. He won by technical knockout in the eleventh round, becoming the first boxer ever to hold all four major world titles in the super middleweight division at the same time. This is known as being an "undisputed champion."

Return to Light Heavyweight and a Tough Loss

Challenging Dmitry Bivol

In May 2022, Canelo moved back up to light heavyweight to challenge the undefeated WBA (Super) champion Dmitry Bivol. In a surprising turn of events, Bivol defeated Canelo by unanimous decision. This was only Canelo's second professional loss.

Back to Super Middleweight: The Trilogy and More Defenses

Third Fight Against Gennady Golovkin

Despite wanting a rematch with Bivol, Canelo decided to return to super middleweight for a third fight against his rival, Gennady Golovkin, in September 2022. Canelo won this trilogy bout by unanimous decision, successfully defending his undisputed super middleweight titles.

Defending Titles in Mexico

On May 6, 2023, Canelo fought John Ryder in his hometown of Guadalajara, Mexico. It was his first fight in his home country in over eleven years, and he won by unanimous decision.

Another Undisputed Challenge

In September 2023, Canelo defended his undisputed super middleweight titles against Jermell Charlo, who moved up two weight classes for the fight. Canelo won by unanimous decision, showing his continued dominance in the division.

Facing Jaime Munguía

On May 4, 2024, Canelo defended his undisputed super middleweight title against fellow Mexican boxer Jaime Munguía. Canelo won by unanimous decision after a competitive fight, even scoring a knockdown in the fourth round.

Defending Against Edgar Berlanga

Canelo defended his WBA, WBC, and WBO super middleweight titles against Edgar Berlanga on September 14, 2024. He won by unanimous decision, knocking Berlanga down in the third round.

Becoming a Two-Time Undisputed Champion

In February 2025, Canelo signed a new deal for future fights. On May 3, 2025, he fought William Scull for the undisputed super middleweight title in Saudi Arabia. Canelo won by unanimous decision, becoming a two-time undisputed super middleweight champion.

Facing Terence Crawford

On September 13, 2025, Canelo faced Terence Crawford in a highly anticipated fight at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Canelo lost the fight by unanimous decision, losing his WBA (Super), WBC, IBF, WBO, and The Ring super middleweight titles.

Commercial Endorsements

Canelo is a very popular athlete, and many big companies want to work with him. In 2012, he became the first boxer to sign a multi-year deal with Under Armour for sports clothing. He also has exclusive deals for boxing gloves and equipment with Everlast.

He has worked with Tecate beer and LVMH's cognac brand Hennessy. Swiss watchmaker Roger Dubuis made him a brand ambassador and even created a special "Canelo" watch. In May 2025, he became a global ambassador for the online sports betting company 1win.

Personal Life

Canelo Álvarez is Catholic. He was once engaged to Marisol González, who was Miss Mexico Universe 2003. In May 2021, he married his longtime partner, Fernanda Gómez. He has four children.

He loves collecting cars and owns many luxury vehicles like a Ferrari LaFerrari and a Bugatti Chiron. He also enjoys riding motorcycles. Canelo likes to play golf and has said he plans to focus on his businesses and golf after retiring from boxing.

Canelo is also a businessman, involved in real estate and convenience stores. He has his own boxing promotion company, Canelo Promotions, which helps other boxers in Mexico. He also helps others through charity work, especially supporting children and families in need in his home country.

Canelo even made a small appearance in the movie Creed III (2023) and is on the cover of the boxing video game Undisputed.

Professional boxing record

Professional record summary
68 fights 63 wins 3 losses
By knockout 39 0
By decision 24 3
Draws 2
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
68 Loss 63–3–2 Terence Crawford UD 12 13 Sep 2025 Allegiant Stadium, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Lost WBA (Super), WBC, IBF, WBO, and The Ring super middleweight titles
67 Win 63–2–2 William Scull UD 12 3 May 2025 ANB Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Retained WBA (Super), WBC, WBO, and The Ring super middleweight titles;
Won IBF super middleweight title
66 Win 62–2–2 Edgar Berlanga UD 12 14 Sep 2024 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, WBO, and The Ring super middleweight titles
65 Win 61–2–2 Jaime Munguía UD 12 4 May 2024 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, IBF, WBO, and The Ring super middleweight titles
64 Win 60–2–2 Jermell Charlo UD 12 30 Sep 2023 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, IBF, WBO, and The Ring super middleweight titles
63 Win 59–2–2 John Ryder UD 12 6 May 2023 Estadio Akron, Zapopan, Mexico Retained WBA (Super), WBC, IBF, WBO, and The Ring super middleweight titles
62 Win 58–2–2 Gennady Golovkin UD 12 17 Sep 2022 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, IBF, WBO, and The Ring super middleweight titles
61 Loss 57–2–2 Dmitry Bivol UD 12 7 May 2022 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. For WBA (Super) light heavyweight title
60 Win 57–1–2 Caleb Plant TKO 11 (12), 1:05 6 Nov 2021 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, WBO, and The Ring super middleweight titles;
Won IBF super middleweight title
59 Win 56–1–2 Billy Joe Saunders RTD 8 (12), 3:00 8 May 2021 AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas, U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, and The Ring super middleweight titles;
Won WBO super middleweight title
58 Win 55–1–2 Avni Yıldırım RTD 3 (12), 3:00 27 Feb 2021 Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Florida, U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, and The Ring super middleweight titles
57 Win 54–1–2 Callum Smith UD 12 19 Dec 2020 Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas, U.S. Won WBA (Super), The Ring, and vacant WBC super middleweight titles
56 Win 53–1–2 Sergey Kovalev KO 11 (12), 2:15 2 Nov 2019 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Won WBO light heavyweight title
55 Win 52–1–2 Daniel Jacobs UD 12 4 May 2019 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBA (Super), WBC, and The Ring middleweight titles;
Won IBF middleweight title
54 Win 51–1–2 Rocky Fielding TKO 3 (12), 2:38 15 Dec 2018 Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York, U.S. Won WBA (Regular) super middleweight title
53 Win 50–1–2 Gennady Golovkin MD 12 15 Sep 2018 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Won WBA (Super), WBC, and vacant The Ring middleweight titles
52 Draw 49–1–2 Gennady Golovkin SD 12 16 Sep 2017 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained The Ring middleweight title;
For WBA (Super), WBC, and IBF middleweight titles
51 Win 49–1–1 Julio César Chávez Jr. UD 12 6 May 2017 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
50 Win 48–1–1 Liam Smith KO 9 (12), 2:28 17 Sep 2016 AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas, U.S. Won WBO light middleweight title
49 Win 47–1–1 Amir Khan KO 6 (12), 2:37 7 May 2016 T-Mobile Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBC and The Ring middleweight titles
48 Win 46–1–1 Miguel Cotto UD 12 21 Nov 2015 Mandalay Bay Events Center, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Won The Ring and vacant WBC middleweight titles
47 Win 45–1–1 James Kirkland KO 3 (12), 2:19 9 May 2015 Minute Maid Park, Houston, Texas, U.S.
46 Win 44–1–1 Erislandy Lara SD 12 12 Jul 2014 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
45 Win 43–1–1 Alfredo Angulo TKO 10 (12), 0:44 8 Mar 2014 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
44 Loss 42–1–1 Floyd Mayweather Jr. MD 12 14 Sep 2013 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Lost WBC and The Ring light middleweight titles;
For WBA (Super) light middleweight title
43 Win 42–0–1 Austin Trout UD 12 20 Apr 2013 Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas, U.S. Retained WBC light middleweight title;
Won WBA (Unified) and vacant The Ring light middleweight titles
42 Win 41–0–1 Josesito López TKO 5 (12), 2:55 15 Sep 2012 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBC light middleweight title
41 Win 40–0–1 Shane Mosley UD 12 5 May 2012 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Retained WBC light middleweight title
40 Win 39–0–1 Kermit Cintrón TKO 5 (12), 2:53 26 Nov 2011 Plaza de Toros, Mexico City, Mexico Retained WBC light middleweight title
39 Win 38–0–1 Alfonso Gómez TKO 6 (12), 2:36 17 Sep 2011 Staples Center, Los Angeles, California, U.S. Retained WBC light middleweight title
38 Win 37–0–1 Ryan Rhodes TKO 12 (12), 0:48 18 Jun 2011 Arena VFG, Guadalajara, Mexico Retained WBC light middleweight title
37 Win 36–0–1 Matthew Hatton UD 12 5 Mar 2011 Honda Center, Anaheim, California, U.S. Won vacant WBC light middleweight title
36 Win 35–0–1 Lovemore N'dou UD 12 4 Dec 2010 Estadio Universitario Beto Ávila, Veracruz, Mexico Retained WBC Silver light middleweight title
35 Win 34–0–1 Carlos Baldomir KO 6 (10), 2:58 18 Sep 2010 Staples Center, Los Angeles, California, U.S. Retained WBC Silver light middleweight title
34 Win 33–0–1 Luciano Leonel Cuello TKO 6 (12), 1:23 10 Jul 2010 Arena VFG, Guadalajara, Mexico Won vacant WBC Silver light middleweight title
33 Win 32–0–1 José Cotto TKO 9 (10), 2:51 1 May 2010 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
32 Win 31–0–1 Brian Camechis KO 3 (12), 0:23 6 Mar 2010 Palenque de la Feria, Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Mexico Retained NABF welterweight title
31 Win 30–0–1 Lanardo Tyner UD 12 5 Dec 2009 Tepic, Mexico Retained NABF welterweight title
30 Win 29–0–1 Carlos Herrera TKO 1 (10), 2:46 15 Sep 2009 Auditorio Siglo XXI, Puebla, Mexico Retained WBC Youth welterweight title
29 Win 28–0–1 Marat Khuzeev KO 2 (10), 2:33 8 Aug 2009 Auditorio Benito Juárez, Zapopan, Mexico Won vacant WBC Youth welterweight title
28 Win 27–0–1 Jefferson Gonçalo KO 9 (12), 1:54 6 Jun 2009 Xcaret Park, Cancún, Mexico Retained NABF welterweight title
27 Win 26–0–1 Michel Rosales TKO 10 (12), 2:53 11 Apr 2009 Gimnasio Niños Héroes, Tepic, Mexico Retained NABF welterweight title
26 Win 25–0–1 Euri González TKO 11 (12), 1:36 21 Feb 2009 Auditorio Benito Juárez, Zapopan, Mexico Retained NABF welterweight title;
Won WBO Latino welterweight title
25 Win 24–0–1 Antonio Fitch TKO 1 (12), 1:52 17 Jan 2009 Foro Scotiabank, Mexico City, Mexico Won vacant NABF welterweight title
24 Win 23–0–1 Raúl Pinzón TKO 1 (12), 2:30 5 Dec 2008 Miccosukee Resort & Gaming, Miami, Florida, U.S. Retained WBA Fedecentro welterweight title
23 Win 22–0–1 Larry Mosley UD 10 24 Oct 2008 Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, Cabazon, California, U.S.
22 Win 21–0–1 Carlos Adán Jerez UD 10 2 Aug 2008 Auditorio Benito Juárez, Zapopan, Mexico Retained WBA Fedecentro welterweight title
21 Win 20–0–1 Miguel Vázquez UD 10 28 Jun 2008 Palenque Calle 2, Zapopan, Mexico
20 Win 19–0–1 Francisco Villanueva SD 10 6 Jun 2008 Tepic, Mexico
19 Win 18–0–1 Gabriel Martinez RTD 11 (12), 3:00 18 Apr 2008 Salon Marbet Plus, Ciudad Nezahualcóyotl, Mexico Won vacant WBA Fedecentro welterweight title
18 Win 17–0–1 Francisco Villanueva TKO 9 (12), 2:32 14 Mar 2008 Coliseo Olimpico de la UG, Guadalajara, Mexico Retained Jalisco welterweight title
17 Win 16–0–1 Axel Rodrigo Solis KO 1 (8), 2:55 22 Feb 2008 Salon Marbet Plus, Ciudad Nezahualcóyotl, Mexico
16 Win 15–0–1 Sean Holley TKO 2 (10), 3:00 15 Dec 2007 Auditorio Benito Juarez, Guadalajara, Mexico
15 Win 14–0–1 Ricardo Cano UD 12 31 Aug 2007 Coliseo Olímpico, Guadalajara, Mexico Won Jalisco welterweight title
14 Win 13–0–1 Christian Solano UD 10 18 Aug 2007 Arena Coliseo, Guadalajara, Mexico
13 Win 12–0–1 Jesus Hernandez TKO 2 (10), 0:12 1 Jun 2007 Casino de los Fresnos, Tepic, Mexico
12 Win 11–0–1 Víctor Marquez KO 4 (10), 1:48 19 May 2007 Auditorio Benito Juarez, Guadalajara, Mexico
11 Win 10–0–1 Ivan Illescas KO 4 (10), 2:40 30 Mar 2007 Arena-Casino Los Fresnos, Tepic, Mexico
10 Win 9–0–1 Javier Martinez TKO 8 (10), 1:54 2 Mar 2007 Casino Los Fresnos, Tepic, Mexico
9 Win 8–0–1 Daniel Martinez KO 2 (8), 2:59 8 Dec 2006 Arena Jalisco, Guadalajara, Mexico
8 Win 7–0–1 Francisco Villanueva KO 5 (6), 1:20 29 Sep 2006 Tonalá, Mexico
7 Win 6–0–1 Cristian Hernandez KO 2 (6), 0:34 15 Sep 2006 Guadalajara, Mexico
6 Win 5–0–1 Juan Hernandez KO 2 (6), 0:07 21 Jul 2006 Arena Coliseo, Guadalajara, Mexico
5 Draw 4–0–1 Jorge Juarez SD 4 17 Jun 2006 Auditorio Fausto Gutierrez Moreno, Tijuana, Mexico
4 Win 4–0 Pedro Lopez KO 1 (4), 2:33 10 Feb 2006 Men's Club, Guadalajara, Mexico
3 Win 3–0 Miguel Vázquez SD 4 20 Jan 2006 Guadalajara, Mexico
2 Win 2–0 Pablo Alvarado KO 2 (4), 2:25 26 Nov 2005 Arena Chololo Larios, Tonalá, Mexico
1 Win 1–0 Abraham Gonzalez TKO 4 (4), 0:18 29 Oct 2005 Arena Chololo Larios, Tonalá, Mexico

Titles in Boxing

Major World Titles

  • WBC Light Middleweight Champion (154 lbs)
  • WBO Light Middleweight Champion (154 lbs)
  • WBA (Super) Middleweight Champion (160 lbs)
  • WBC Middleweight Champion (160 lbs) (2×)
  • IBF Middleweight Champion (160 lbs)
  • WBA (Super) Super Middleweight Champion (168 lbs)
  • WBC Super Middleweight Champion (168 lbs)
  • IBF Super Middleweight Champion (168 lbs) (2×)
  • WBO Super Middleweight Champion (168 lbs)
  • WBO Light Heavyweight Champion (175 lbs)

Secondary Major World Titles

  • WBA (Unified) Light Middleweight Champion (154 lbs)
  • WBA (Regular) Super Middleweight Champion (168 lbs)

The Ring Magazine Titles

  • The Ring Light Middleweight Champion (154 lbs)
  • The Ring Middleweight Champion (160 lbs) (2×)
  • The Ring Super Middleweight Champion (168 lbs)

Silver World Titles

  • WBC Silver light middleweight champion (154 lbs)

Regional/International Titles

  • Jalisco welterweight champion (147 lbs)
  • WBA Fedecentro welterweight champion (147 lbs)
  • NABF welterweight champion (147 lbs)
  • WBO Latino welterweight champion (147 lbs)

Undisputed Titles

  • Undisputed Super Middleweight Champion (168 lbs) (2×)

Honorary Titles

  • WBA Man of Triumph Gold Champion
  • WBC Diamond Middleweight Champion
  • WBC Franchise Middleweight Champion
  • WBO Super Champion
  • WBC Huichol I Champion
  • WBC Chiapaneco II Champion
  • WBC Maya I Champion
  • WBC Mestizo Champion
  • WBC Teotihuacan Champion
  • WBC Guerrero Jaguar Zapoteca Champion
  • WBC Puebla-Jalisco Champion
  • WBC Puebla Champion
  • WBC Tamaulipas I Champion
  • WBC Tamaulipas II Champion
  • WBC Xicotencatl Champion

Boxing Awards

  • Ring Magazine Fighter of the Year: 2019, 2021
  • Sugar Ray Robinson Award: 2019, 2021
  • Best Boxer ESPY Award: 2019
  • WBN Fighter of the Year: 2021

Images for kids

  • Saúl Álvarez 2013

    Álvarez at Los Pinos, 2013

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Canelo Álvarez para niños

  • List of undisputed world super-middleweight boxing champions
  • List of world light-middleweight boxing champions
  • List of world middleweight boxing champions
  • List of world super-middleweight boxing champions
  • List of world light-heavyweight boxing champions
  • List of boxing quadruple champions
  • List of boxing families
  • List of Mexican boxing world champions
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